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Test Requirements


Test requirements:
- Check suspension, wheel bearing, steering and steering linkage for excessive play and damage.
- Tread depth difference of no more than 2 mm on an axle.
- Tires inflated to correct pressure
- Vehicle unloaded
- Fuel tank must be full
- Spare wheel and vehicle tools are stowed at correct installing locations
- The fluid reservoir for the windshield/headlight washer system must be full.
- Make sure that the sliding plates and turn tables are not touching the end stop when checking the wheel alignment.

Please note!
- The test equipment must be properly adjusted and attached to the vehicle; observe device manufacturer's operating instructions.
- Apply to the manufacturer of your vehicle alignment equipment for training as and when required.
- Vehicle alignment platforms and vehicle alignment units/vehicle alignment computers can lose their calibration over a period of time.
- Vehicle alignment platforms and vehicle alignment units/vehicle alignment computers should be checked and if necessary adjusted within the framework of an inspection/maintenance at least once a year!
- Treat these highly sensitive units carefully and conscientiously!